Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sayles School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sayles School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission statement of the Sprague Public School Community is to provide students with a supportive multiage learning environment where they can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
School Rankings
Sayles School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sayles School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
65%
46%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sayles School's ranking?
Sayles School is ranked #663 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Sayles School often compared to?
Sayles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Sayles School?
254 students attend Sayles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sayles School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sayles School?
Sayles School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sayles School offer ?
Sayles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sayles School part of?
Sayles School is part of Sprague School District.
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